Stunning photos from inside the Women's March, which saw hundreds of thousands of protesters descend on DC

Norah Quasha, 6, gets a lift from her dad as the two participate in the Women's March on Washington. Lucy Nicholson/Reuters

An estimated half a million people joined the Women's March on Washington on a crisp Saturday the day after Donald Trump was sworn in as the 45th President of the US.

The march aims to bring together women across diverse backgrounds and send a bold message to the new administration that they will not be ignored or have their rights stomped on.

People carried signs with calls for gender equality and anti-Trump statements, though the rally's organizers have insisted the demonstration is more pro-women than anti-Trump. Many sported pink knitted beanies called "pussy hats," a symbol of solidarity among the protestors.

These stunning and soon to be iconic photos show what it was like to be there.

We'll be updating this post as more photos come in.

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An estimated 500,000 men and women poured into the US capital on January 21.

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One city official told the Associated Press that turnout estimates are at 500,000, up from the 200,000 who were originally expected to come.

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They gathered to raise awareness of women's rights ...

Nicole Monceaux from New York City attends the Women's March on Washington.
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... and the perceived threat Donald Trump's administration poses to those liberties.

Ginger Naglee from Olney, Maryland, reacts during the Women's March on Washington.
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Unity became a resounding theme during the event's speeches.

Gizelle Begler and Mira Veikley pose for a photograph at the Women's March in Washington.
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